Norhayati
Norhayati is a Muslim girl name meaning “Light of my life”.
| Meaning | Light of my life |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic, Malay compound |
| Arabic spelling | نور حياتي |
| Pronunciation | nor-hah-YAH-tee |
| Arabic root | ح ي ي (ḥ-y-y) — to live |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Norhayati
Norhayati joins nur (light) with hayati, the Malay spelling of Arabic ḥayātī, 'my life', giving 'light of my life'. It is a classic Malaysian name built on the Nor- pattern and was particularly popular for girls born in the 1960s and 1970s. Hayati on its own is also used as a name.
Is Norhayati a Muslim name?
Yes. Norhayati is a Malay Muslim name of Arabic origin, meaning 'light of my life'.
Where is the name Norhayati used?
Common in Malaysia; Nurhayati is the usual Indonesian spelling.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Norhayati mean?
Norhayati means 'Light of my life'. It comes from Arabic, Malay compound.
Is Norhayati a Muslim name?
Yes. Norhayati is a Malay Muslim name of Arabic origin, meaning 'light of my life'.
How do you write Norhayati in Arabic?
Norhayati is written نور حياتي in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Norhayati?
Norhayati is pronounced nor-hah-YAH-tee.